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Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon hits theaters in October

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Martin Scorsese’s 'Killers of the Flower Moon' hits theaters in October.
Apple Original Films unveiled the key art for Killers of the Flower Moon, set to release in theaters globally this fall.
Images: Apple TV+

Martin Scorsese’s historical drama Killers of the Flower Moon will debut in theaters in late October. The real-life tale of a serial killer will appear on the Apple TV+ streaming service sometime after that.

The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Lily Gladstone and Robert De Niro, and Apple is clearly hoping it will earn an Oscar or two.

WhatsApp becomes true FaceTime rival with new Mac app

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WhatsApp for Mac
WhatsApp's native Mac app makes using the messaging service a lot easier.
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WhatsApp just got a native Mac app that delivers a vastly superior experience than the current Electron-based app. It also supports up to eight people on video calls and 32 on audio calls.

Released Tuesday, WhatsApp’s new native Mac app makes it a better FaceTime alternative, as you can access almost the same set of features across your PC and phone.

AirPods with USB-C might launch at Apple’s September event

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Of course, if the stock ear tips that come with AirPods Pro 2 may work fine for most people.
Apple could soon offer an AirPods case that charges with USB-C. Finally!
Photo: David Snow/Cult of Mac
Wonderlust 2023

AirPods that use USB-C to charge in place of Lightning are reportedly right around the corner. They supposedly will be unveiled at Apple’s “Wonderlust” event on September 12.

The modified version of Apple’s wireless earbuds are part of a general move away from Lightning.

What could the ‘Wonderlust’ event invite mean?

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What does it mean?!? A modified version of Apple's
As usual, everyone's trying to divine hidden meanings from Apple's latest event invitation.
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Wonderlust 2023

Apple’s “Wonderlust” event invite features the Apple logo in a windswept, sandy visage. How could the artwork relate to the expected announcements of the iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9 coming during the Apple event on September 12?

Here is some off-the-wall speculation — the reasonable and the ridiculous.

Handy USB-C extension cable boasts built-in power meter

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Handy USB-C extension cable boasts built-in power meter
Stop guessing about how much power is going to your devices.
Photo: Plugable

You’ll always know how much current is flowing to your devices with the just-launched Plugable USB Type-C Extension Cable with Power Meter. A small display shows how many watts are being transferred by the affordable cable.

Plugable also introduced on Tuesday a tiny 30W USB-C GaN charger plus a 32W wall charger that includes USB-C, USB-A and AC power ports.

Apple sets ‘Wonderlust’ iPhone 15 event for September 12

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Cropped version of the invitation to the Wonderlust special Apple Event, set for 10 a.m. Pacific on September 12, 2023.
Will Apple's "Wonderlust" event be wonderful?
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Wonderlust 2023

Apple sent out invites Tuesday to its annual September product launch event, which will happen September 12. The tagline is “Wonderlust,” so Apple is apparently hoping we’ll all be feeling both wonder and lust when it unveils the iPhone 15 series.

We’re also expecting to see the next generation of Apple Watch models.

New Ted Lasso shortbread cookies cost how much?

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When you break it down to per-unit cost, it's about $3 per cookie. But they're buttery!
When you break it down to per-unit cost, it's about $3 per cookie. But they're buttery!
Photo: Mackenzie Limited

If you miss Ted Lasso on Apple TV+ badly enough, perhaps you’ll pay $30 for 10 of the shortbread biscuits, aka cookies.

That’s the hope of gourmet food purveyor Mackenzie Limited, anyway. It now offers its exclusive, officially endorsed “Biscuits with the Boss” shortbread cookies much like the ones coach Lasso often brought to AFC Richmond owner Rebecca Welton on the show.

iPhone 14 Pro Max tops worldwide smartphone sales in first half of 2023

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iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max brought big-time camera-system upgrades.
Apple's Pro iPhones are seling really well!
Photo: Leander

The iPhone 14 Pro Max emerged as the most-shipped smartphone worldwide in the first half of 2023, according to the latest estimates. Apple reportedly shipped 26.5 million units of its most expensive phone.

The company’s smaller iPhone 14 Pro came in as the second-most-shipped smartphone globally, followed by the regular iPhone 14.

New gadget makes your XLR microphone work with your computer

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This would be less expensive most really nice USB microphones.
This would be less expensive most really nice USB microphones.
Photo: Shure

If you have a high-quality XLR microphone, how do you use it with your computer? Shure made that easier Monday with its new MXV2U USB digital audio interface that turns XLR mics into USB mics.

Using the simple, compact interface, you can adapt any XLR mic to USB and start recording, podcasting, streaming and more.

Rumors of iPhone 15 Pro Max delays are greatly exaggerated

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iPhone 15 Pro Max Concept
Don't worry about rumors that the iPhone 15 Pro Max will be delayed.
Concept: Antonio De Rosa/ADR Studio

Despite earlier reports that customers might have to wait additional weeks for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, a trusted analyst says the companies in Asia assembling Apple’s top-tier handset will begin mass shipments this week.

It and three other iPhone 15 versions are expected to hit store shelves near the end of September, as usual.

World’s slimmest 15-inch laptop gets a big $200 discount

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15-inch MacBook Air
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air is discounted to an amazing price.
Photo: Apple

Want a slim and light laptop for everyday use with a 15-inch screen? Look no further than Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air, especially when you can get it with a whopping $200 discount.

Amazon’s latest deal has knocked the price of the world’s slimmest 15-inch laptop to an amazing $1,099. That’s down from its usual $1,299 MSRP.

Adobe shares tips for students struggling with PDF textbooks

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PDF textbooks are better than paper textbooks
Students have better options for textbooks than this.
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Adobe wants to help students accustomed to old-fashioned paper textbooks get over the transition to PDF textbooks. The company points out that its free reader for the digital format does a lot more than display text and images, and many of these features are ideal for students.

The software developer highlighted five of the benefits of the free Mac application for those going to class with a PDF textbook.

New Samsung ViewFinity S9 takes on Studio Display

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A new competitor to Apple's 5K Studio Display arrives.
A new competitor to Apple's 5K Studio Display arrives.
Photo: Samsung

The new 27-inch Samsung ViewFinity S9 Monitor with 5K resolution started shipping to addresses in the United States Monday, the company said. It comes along with specs and price very similar to Apple’s popular Studio Display.

The new monitor, which won a CES Innovation Award earlier this year, costs $1,599 — just like Studio Display. But Samsung’s comes with a tilt- and heigh-adjustable stand while Apple charges $400 for one.

For health’s sake, get a standing desk [Setups]

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Even if you have a lot more gear than this, a standing desk can make a world of difference.
Even if you have a lot more gear than this, a standing desk can make a world of difference.
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Maybe you’ve got back pain, or maybe your rear end falls asleep too much when you sit for long periods. Whatever the case, you, like many Apple fans, can benefit from a standing desk in your computer setup.

Today’s featured MacBook Pro setup features an affordable sit-stand desk, but there are many options. We’ll go over some of them below.

Book your next flight for less with this Labor Day travel deal

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Book your next flight for less with this Labor Day travel deal.
Become a member with this top travel app for an extra $40 off this Labor Day.
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Vacations are all about escaping the drudgery of work, but sometimes it can seem like a full-time job trying to plan them. First and foremost among those hassles is the struggle to find an affordable flight, but that just got a lot easier thanks to Dollar Flight Club’s Premium Plus+ plan.

This service can save travelers up to $2,000 on a single flight. And lifetime memberships now cost less than $60, thanks to Cult of Mac Deals’ Labor Day sale.

Get Microsoft Office for Mac or PC for just $34.97

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Coast into Labor Day with $184 off a lifetime of Microsoft Office.
Save on the world's most popular software suite.
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Whether you work on a Mac or a Windows PC, Microsoft Office offers powerful software that proves essential for many tasks. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint … there’s a reason these apps are so widely known.

If you don’t own a copy of the world’s most popular software suite, you can turn that around today, thanks to our Labor Day sale on a lifetime of Microsoft Office for $34.97. That’s a $185 discount off the regular price!

Next iPad Pro could be an even better laptop

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iPad Pro 2022 Back View
Apple's iPad Pro lineup is set to get a big revamp in 2024.
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Apple is working on a big iPad Pro revamp due as soon as next year. This will be the first major overhaul to Apple’s Pro tablet lineup since 2018.

Besides the switch to M3 chips and a new design, the next-gen iPad Pros reportedly will feature OLED displays.

Take $100-plus off this kid-friendly 3D printer

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Take $100+ off this kid-friendly 3D printer for Labor Day.
Give kids this easy-to-use 3D printer at under $330 for Labor Day.
Photo: Cult of Mac Deals

Anyone who loves their kids wants to spark their creativity, but that’s easier said than done when there are distractions on every screen. But what might happen if you gave them the ability to literally create their own toys?

That’s the idea behind Toybox, the 3D printer designed to be easy enough for kids to use, and full-featured enough to keep them creating for years.

iPhone 15 cable might be its biggest surprise [The CultCast]

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The CultCast episode 609: Logo plus a braided blue USB-C cable.
An iPhone cable hasn't caused this much commotion since Lightning arrived on the scene more than a decade ago.
Image: Cult of Mac

This week on Cult of Mac’s podcast: We’re hearing all kinds of rumors about the USB-C cable(s) that will come with iPhone 15 models. Will they be colorful? Braided? Fast? Slow? We’ve got some leaks and some informed speculation — and probably just enough cable to hang ourselves with.

Erfon’s out this week, but we’ve got a special guest you won’t want to miss!

Also on The CultCast:

  • The Vision Pro gasp heard ’round the world!
  • Why you might want to wash the nasty stuff off your Apple Watch band.
  • Leander’s new e-book Unsung Apple Hero showcases the innovative work of Bas Ording, the Apple designer who worked closely with Steve Jobs to create the look and feel of the iPhone and more.
  • Griffin walks us through some useful Apple apps hiding on your Mac. (Hello again, Stickies!)

Listen to this week’s episode of The CultCast in the Podcasts app or your favorite podcast app. (Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review if you like it!) Or watch the video live stream, embedded below.

Best monitors for your Mac in 2023

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The Studio Display, Pro Display XDR, iMac 24″ and 16″ MacBook Pro.
From left to right: The 16-inch MacBook Pro, the 24-inch iMac, the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR.
Photo: Apple

What’s the best monitor for your Mac? Desktop displays aren’t just for desktop computers anymore — 77% of you are buying MacBooks, but you probably want a nice setup when you’re at home. And if you do have a Mac mini or Mac Studio, you want to make sure you’re picking the right display.

Apple introduced its own Studio Display last year, which has been well-received and is reasonably priced (at least compared to Apple’s other offering). But what does the broader market for midrange displays look like?

Here’s a display buying guide to help you find an appropriate monitor to go with your Mac.

Boost your Mac’s performance with BuhoCleaner (50% off promo)

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The BuhoCleaner app from Dr.Buho is a breeze to use. It'll speed up your Mac.
The BuhoCleaner app from Dr.Buho is a breeze to use. It'll speed up your Mac.
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Seeing the spinning “beach ball” a little too often as your Mac struggles to complete a task? If your machine is a little sluggish, it’s time to do some cleaning. A highly useful and intuitive tool for that is the BuhoCleaner app from Dr.Buho.

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I tried it out and found it sped up my 2021 M1 Pro MacBook Pro noticeably after just a few simple scans. The machine was a touch more responsive when opening apps and files.

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Ensure your emails are managed and backed up forever with $140 savings on this service.
Get a lifetime of email backup and management for only $39.97 during this Labor Day deal.
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Is your email inbox an overloaded mess? Don’t let important documents — from the present or the distant past — go missing.

Mail Backup X is a one-stop solution for email backup, management and archiving. And you can get lifetime access for only $39.97 (regularly $179) during our Labor Day Sale. That’s more than 70% off a service trusted by more than 42,000 businesses and individuals across the globe.